Adams Ranch Rodeo at St. Lucie County Fairgrounds showcases cowboy and cowgirl lifestyles

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JL Ranch team member Coy Mueller of Bushnell competes on Saturday during the sixth annual Adams Ranch State Qualifying Genuine Ranch Rodeo at the St. Lucie County Fairgrounds in Fort Pierce. 'Half way in I got in rhythm,' said Mueller of his ride, 'He bucked real nice.' Winners of the event will qualify for the Florida Cattlemen's Association rodeo state finals in Kissimmee, Fla. (JEREMIAH WILSON/TREASURE COAST NEWSPAPERS)

The 8th annual Adams Ranch State Qualifying Genuine Ranch Rodeo once again will be at the St. Lucie County Fairgrounds at 15601 W. Midway Rd. Gates open at noon and rodeo events conclude by 8 p.m. Saturday.

The participants will compete in events similar to tasks performed on an authentic ranch including trailer loading, cow gathering and ranch sorting.

Ranching is among the nation’s 11 largest industries and this local event is an ideal way to see first-hand how these talented individuals manage their operations.

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The Adams Ranch State Qualifying Genuine Ranch Rodeo is March 31 at the St. Lucie County Fairgrounds at 15601 W Midway Rd. The participants will compete in events similar to tasks performed on an authentic ranch including trailer loading, cow gathering and ranch sorting.(Photo: JEREMIAH WILSON/TCPALM)

The event is once again presented by the St. Lucie County Cattlemen’s Association, in partnership with Adams Ranch.

"We are pleased to continue providing this event to showcase working cattle operations," said event coordinator Bryan Beaty. "This is not like the rodeos you see on TV, it's real cowboys and cowgirls competing to see who's the best of the best in their profession."

Winning teams have gone on to compete at the Florida Ranch Rodeo Finals in Kissimmee each year, winning the state title several times, Beaty said.

Proceeds from the event have allowed us to support students at Indian River State College and in 4-H clubs throughout the county, he said.

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This year's Adams Ranch State Qualifying Genuine Ranch Rodeo March 31 at the St. Lucie County Fairgrounds will include bronco riding and wild cow decorating.(Photo: JEREMIAH WILSON/TCPALM)

The St. Lucie County Cattlemen’s Association was established more than 60 years ago to actively promote and represent the interests of cattle owners throughout St. Lucie County. It provides promotional and educational events and supports youth activities focused on agriculture and beef production.

Attendees will have a chance to see other exciting events such as bronc riding and wild cow decorating. There will be free parking and food available including barbecue and swamp cabbage.

The event has earned the reputation for being highly organized and a true quality event. I love that all proceeds from the event support youth scholarships and agricultural education efforts.

Gates open at noon and rodeo events conclude by 8 p.m. Tickets are available at the gate, and are $10 per person (cash only), with free admission for children 12 years and under with a paid adult.